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Rescue operation in Bernried: paraglider crashes - great danger?
Paragliding accident in Bernried triggers massive rescue operation: Up to 100 emergency services searched for the missing pilot.
Rescue operation in Bernried: paraglider crashes - great danger?
In the idyllic community of Bernried, in the Deggendorf district, a possible paragliding accident on Saturday evening caused excitement and a large-scale deployment of rescue workers. Residents raised the alarm around 9:30 p.m. after they saw a paraglider crash into a forest without braking. Witnesses reported that the umbrella appeared to have collapsed, making the situation particularly worrying. An impressive rescue operation was promptly launched. Up to 100 emergency services, including the fire department, drones, mountain rescue services, rescue services and police, went out to search for the accident victim. A police helicopter was also requested to assist in the search.
As PNP reports, the operation ended shortly after midnight because the rescue workers could not find any injured people. Police Commissioner Michael Fliegel commented on the situation and explained that initially it would have been a dramatic incident, but in the end the situation was less serious. The area in which the paraglider made an unfortunate landing was easy to define. This shows how important the coordination of rescue workers is in such emergencies.
The dangers of paragliding
The incidents in Bernried shed light on the risks associated with paragliding. According to an analysis by the German Hang Gliding Association (DHV), there were a total of 117 fatal accidents in paragliding from 2007 to 2019. The main causes were chatter at 36%, followed by stall and wing spin. These statistics make it clear that safety training plays a key role. Active paragliding pilots should definitely pay attention to the requirements in order to properly prepare for collapses and stalls. The best remedy against such accidents lies in prevention.LU-GLIDZ highlights that around 50% of accidents have various triggers, including failed acro maneuvers and collisions with obstacles.
It seems all the more tragic that three deaths were recently recorded in the Alps, including a ten-year-old child from Germany. Such incidents are a worrying warning sign that the dangers of paragliding should not be underestimated. The seriousness of the situation is made clear once again by recent events, and it is clear that safety must be the top priority.Spiegel reports on these frightening incidents and highlights the need for more education and safety measures.
However, the community of Bernried and its citizens can count themselves lucky that yesterday's operation ended without any injuries. This further welds the community together, and the residents agree: safety is the be-all and end-all in the leisure sector. While nature enchants with its beauty, it remains essential for passionate paragliders to always pay attention to their safety. The public's eyes remain on paragliders and awareness of the risks should be raised.